Author: Preesha Choudhary

BRICS Summit 2024: Modi and Jinping’s Brief Interaction - Asiana Times

Leaders of India and China Forge Momentary Dialogue Amidst Global Gathering – In a moment that underscored the complexities of international diplomacy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in a brief interaction during the BRICS Summit 2024. The exchange, while fleeting, drew attention against the backdrop of strained bilateral relations and provided a glimpse into the nuances of diplomatic engagement in a rapidly evolving global landscape. A Diplomatic Encounter Amid Tensions Against a backdrop of longstanding geopolitical tensions, the interaction between Prime Minister Modi and President Xi has garnered attention as an emblem of…

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Madras HC: Special Courts not for the Affluent - Asiana Times

In a significant legal development that has roused both curiosity and debate, Justice Anand Venkatesh of the esteemed Madras High Court has stirred the hornet’s nest by critically addressing the perceived role of special courts within Tamil Nadu’s judicial framework. Reassessing the Role of Special Courts: A Struggle for Impartiality? In the Words of the Judiciary – “A court is not for the rich and the affluent; it is for everyone, irrespective of their social status or economic condition.” – Justice Anand Venkatesh These comments come in the wake of the recent controversies surrounding two influential ministers, Thangam Thennarasu and…

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Summit Clash of Minds: Praggnanandhaa vs. Magnus Carlsen - Asiana Times

In a battle of wits that has captured the attention of the global chess community, young prodigy R. Praggnanandhaa is set to face off against the reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen. The stage is set for a summit clash that promises to be a spectacle of strategic brilliance and mental prowess.

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Senior Woman and Deputy Officer Booked for Rape. - Asiana Times

Child sexual abuse (CSA), a pernicious crime that casts a long shadow over its victims, remains an unsettling issue of grave concern. Recent estimations underscore that an alarming one in five girls and one in twenty boys will endure the horrors of CSA before reaching the age of 18. Notably, the perpetrators of this heinous crime encompass a distressingly broad spectrum of individuals, spanning from family members and acquaintances to educators and government officials. This article delves into a disconcerting case that occurred in 2020, which throws into sharp relief the precarious vulnerability of children to CSA, particularly when perpetrated…

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